How To Fix 5F492 - If EE was born abroad, the entry for 'DTpartement' is '99', not &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 492

• Message text: If EE was born abroad, the entry for 'DTpartement' is '99', not &

What causes this issue?

If the employee is a French national born abroad, the "departement"
number in the Social Security number must necessarily be "99".

System Response

The "departement" number is not checked in comparison with the data
entered in the <ZK><ZH>Identity (0002)</></> infotype.

How to fix this error?

Change your entry accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F492 - If EE was born abroad, the entry for 'DTpartement' is '99', not & ?

  The SAP error message 5F492 typically relates to issues in the employee master data, particularly concerning the "DTpartement" (Department) field when dealing with employees who were born abroad. This error indicates that if an employee (EE) was born outside of the country, the system expects the department code to be set to '99' instead of the current value indicated by '&'.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Department Code: The error arises when the department code for an employee born abroad is not set to '99'. The system has specific rules that dictate how data should be entered based on the employee's birthplace.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business rules regarding employees born abroad.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect department codes being assigned to employees.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in the SAP system.
  Check the "DTpartement" field and ensure it is set to '99' for employees who were born abroad.
  Save the changes and recheck if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the rules for department codes are correctly set up in the system.
  If necessary, update the configuration to align with the business rules.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks during data entry to prevent incorrect department codes from being assigned to employees based on their birthplace.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Provide training for HR personnel on the importance of accurate data entry, especially regarding department codes for employees born abroad.
  Create documentation outlining the rules and procedures for entering employee data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues and provide solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to make necessary changes.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.